Smiths Detection Wins $63M X-Ray Scanner Order From U.S.

EDGEWOOD, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Smiths Detection has won a $62.9 million order to supply automatic
explosives scanners for carry-on baggage under the Transportation
Security Administration (TSA) Advanced Technology 2 (AT-2) contract.

The aTiX (automatic threat identification X-ray) systems, which use
multi-view, high resolution imaging to detect explosives and other
threats, will be installed this year at several airports across the
United States.

Brian Jones, Interim President of Smiths Detection, said: “I am proud
and privileged that TSA has put its confidence in us as a partner in its
mission to keep the traveling public safe. Our aTiX platform provides
enhanced and progressive levels of detection capability, to help protect
against evolving threats to aviation security.”

Already installed in over 70 U.S. airports, aTiX is capable of detecting
a wide range of threats and illegal substances and can be readily
upgraded as new threats emerge.

Terry Gibson, Vice-President of Smiths Detection, Americas, said: “Our
investments in technology and infrastructure are geared to meet the
needs of major customers like TSA. Our checkpoint systems, which will be
manufactured at our main U.S. facility in Maryland, provide the highest
levels of both security and overall value.”

Smiths
Detection designs and makes advanced solutions to detect and
identify threats including explosives, chemical agents, biohazards,
nuclear, radiation, narcotics, weapons and contraband. A market leader
worldwide in providing layered security technologies, Smiths Detection
has major plants in three U.S. states. It partners federal and state
government agencies and first responders to strengthen homeland security
and safeguard the military. Major customers include the Department of
Defense (DoD) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS). It is part of Smiths
Group, a global leader in the practical application of advanced
technologies. Smiths Group employs around 23,000 people, including more
than 9,000 in the U.S. where it operates around 100 sites in 40 states.